Most prediction market contracts have low volume, leaving users exposed to volatility and bots

Prediction markets have exploded in popularity, but according to CNBC, there's a hidden risk: most contracts trade with minimal volume. Many never exceed ten thousand dollars in total activity. That thin liquidity leaves users vulnerable to wild price swings and manipulation by automated traders. For everyday participants, your position could swing on minimal trading activity.

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